Personal Assistant

University of Fort Hare; Emalahleni Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company seeks a proactive Personal Assistant to support senior leadership, providing high-level administrative and confidential support. This role is ideal for candidates eager to work closely with executives, manage client interactions, and grow within the insurance industry. Qualifications include a relevant tertiary degree and strong communication skills, with prior industry experience as a plus.

Benefits

Company-paid industry-specific exams

Opportunities for growth within the insurance sector

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary degree in business or law.
• Strong computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to CEO and Underwriter.
• Manage communications and coordinate schedules.
• Prepare business documents and manage filing systems.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Tertiary Degree (e.g., BCom, LLB, BA)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Umhlanga. Are you a proactive, detail-oriented professional looking to support top executives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? We’re looking for a competentPersonalAssistantto provide high-level, confidential support to theCEOand Senior Technical Underwriter of an establishedInsurance company. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of the business, gaining valuable exposure to the Insurance industry while playing a key role in supporting senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-level administrative and executive support with utmost confidentiality

Act as a key communication liaison with high-profile and corporate clients, brokers, and stakeholders

Liaise with senior staff, insurance companies, assessors, suppliers, and regulators on behalf of the CEO and Underwriter

Manage and coordinate the CEO’s schedule, book meetings, flights, and accommodation (both local and international)

Organize and attend meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items

Handle all correspondence and communication, responding on behalf of the CEO where appropriate

Maintain organized and confidential filing systems and documentation

Prepare business documents, presentations, proposals, and reports related to the insurance industry

Manage access to the CEO and ensure alignment with strategic business priorities

Support in administrative tasks as required, including office hospitality (e.g., coffee, tea, protein shakes)

Requirements

A relevantTertiary Degree(e.g., BCom, LLB, BA)

Priorinsurance industry experienceor qualifications are advantageous but not essential

Strongcomputer literacy, including proficiency inMicrosoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and business correspondence

Excellentverbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interpret and respond professionally on behalf of the CEO

A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn insurance skillsand complete industry-specific exams(paid for by the company)

Eagerness to understudy the Senior Underwriterand grow within the technical insurance space